SmartDrive
User’s Manual
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Intended Use of the SmartDrive
The Max Mobility SmartDrive Wheelchair Power Assist device is exclusively intended to provide power assist to manual
wheelchairs, empowering disabled persons, including pediatrics, capable of operating a powered and manual wheelchair by
providing a means of enhanced mobility. It is also strongly recommended that it be used on manual wheelchairs that meet the
“Wheelchair Compatibility” dimensions outlined in the
Specification Sheet
on Page I of this manual.
Must Read Prior-to-Use Information
Improper use of the SmartDrive or the wheelchair it is attached, depending on surface, weather, and traffic conditions, can
present a potential of injury and cause damage to the wheelchair or SmartDrive. Therefore, the SmartDrive must only be
handled and used under the following prerequisites:
•
The user is both physically and mentally capable of operating the wheelchair and device in all possible conditions
and situations.
•
Proper instruction on its handling and operation has been received by reading and understanding this user’s manual
in its entirety.
•
No technical modifications have been made to the device.
•
The user must take time to become accustom to the SmartDrive’s response and performance by first
practicing its operation in a safe area that is free from hazards. One should become familiar with the push recogni-
tion, braking response, acceleration/top speed, etc. of the device before venturing out with the device, where poten-
tially hazardous situations may exist. It is strongly recommended that the user not attempt to use the SmartDrive
outdoors until it can be safely operated indoors without difficulty.
If any issues or malfunctions exist, cease the use of the SmartDrive and contact Max Mobility for service/further instruction.
Any contrary use to the directions of this user’s manual, to the recommendations of one’s mobility equipment dealer, or to
the technical limitations defined by either Max Mobility and one’s wheelchair manufacturer is considered to be misuse of the
SmartDrive. Max Mobility is not responsible for any injuries or damage caused by this type of misuse.
Warnings and Safety Precautions
All warnings and safety precautions issued by one’s wheelchair manufacturer must be heeded in addition to
those stated in this manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
Handling or use of the SmartDrive by anyone who
has not received proper instruction from this manual
1. Introduction
function and ability.
The specifications provided by one’s wheelchair manu-
facturer may be slightly affected by the addition of the
SmartDrive.
Do not take a SmartDrive attached wheelchair on an esca-
lator or moving walkway. Serious bodily injury may occur.
Do not lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach
objects from behind as this may cause the wheelchair to tip
over.
The center of balance of a wheelchair may be affected by the
to this new feeling.
attachment of a SmartDrive.
may result in serious injury or death.
The SmartDrive is for single person use only. Do not use or
operate on a wheelchair that is being pushed by an atten-
dant.
One MUST familiarize themselves with the response and
performance of the SmartDrive prior to regular use. Do
not attempt to use outdoors until it can be safely
operated indoors without colliding into walls or any other
objects.
The addition of the SmartDrive to one’s wheelchair may
cause it to feel different. Take the time to become accustom
Methods for safe use of a SmartDrive attached
wheelchair are different for each user depending on
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